This paper explores how agile and hybrid project management practices are scaled in oil and gas operations, their role in promoting sustainability, and the organizational resistance they face. A systematic review of case and empirical studies reveals that Agile offers significant benefits, including flexibility, improved stakeholder collaboration, and adaptability to market changes. However, scalability challenges, regulatory constraints, and entrenched centralized hierarchies hinder widespread adoption. For large projects, a Hybrid approach combining Agile flexibility with traditional project structure is more feasible. Hybrid models have demonstrated success in enhancing coordination, efficiency, and sustainability alignment while maintaining regulatory compliance. They help bridge cultural gaps between conventional and Agile methods, reducing resistance and increasing project success rates. To effectively implement Agile or Hybrid practices, oil and gas companies should prioritize leadership support, provide adequate training, and encourage cross-functional collaboration. These focus areas can overcome resistance, improve project outcomes, and support sustainable operational practices.
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